Chamkana Adha - Sult, Almora
Chamkana Adha is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 164 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chamkana Aghe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamkana Adha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamkana Adha is 052118. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.17 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Chamkana Adha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamkana Adha
According to the 2011 Census, Chamkana Adha village had a total population of 226 people, including 103 males and 123 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.67%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 103 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 19 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Chamkana Adha
Chamkana Adha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chamkana Adha
Public transport in the Chamkana Adha is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chamkana Adha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Chamkana Adha is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chamkana Adha is about 164 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamkana Adha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamkana Adha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamkana Adha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamkana Adha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chamkana Adha
Where is Chamkana Adha located?
Chamkana Adha village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamkana Adha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamkana Adha is Chamkana Aghe.
What is the pincode of Chamkana Adha?
The pincode of Chamkana Adha is 263676.
What is the population of Chamkana Adha?
Chamkana Adha had a total population of 226, including 103 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Chamkana Adha?
Chamkana Adha had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamkana Adha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamkana Adha was 77.67%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 65.52%.